The prince walked with quick steps to meet his grandfather. This time, Therius acted as if he has managed to escape Emma Stardust's telemancy. He hoped his acting would be good enough to convince the king to release him. Once he returned to his own residence, Therius would be able to make plans to free Xion and later Emma.
Currently, the situation was very dire. He couldn't waste time. He didn't know how many hours had passed and what had happened to Emma in the meantime.
"Grandfather, good morning," said Therius as soon as he arrived at King Cassius' study. His heart was pounding hard when he saw Queen Ygrit and Princess Yldwyn sitting beside the king. Instantly his mind was filled with unpleasant feelings.
What were these two witches up to? he thought to himself.
"Prince Licht," King Cassius looked at Therius closely. "Do you remember what we talked about before you left on that secret mission?"